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Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening … View moreSubscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening superheroes and nominate a greenfingered good sort to be the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for copies of NZ House & Garden’s August issue.
ACC is paying out more than $1.5 million in compensation per year for treatment injuries relating to…
You’re invited to our Navigator information evenings:
Tuesday 4 August at 6pm, Te Awamutu College, 938 Alexandra Street
Tuesday 11 August at 6pm Te Wananga O Aotearoa, 71 Ashworth Street, Tokoroa.
We urgently need volunteers to mentor vulnerable youth to get their driver’s licences.
… View moreYou’re invited to our Navigator information evenings:
Tuesday 4 August at 6pm, Te Awamutu College, 938 Alexandra Street
Tuesday 11 August at 6pm Te Wananga O Aotearoa, 71 Ashworth Street, Tokoroa.
We urgently need volunteers to mentor vulnerable youth to get their driver’s licences.
All you need to be a volunteer is:
● 1 to 2 hours per week
● A full, clean driver’s licence
● Over 25 years of age
We provide modern, safe vehicles and the systems to take young people from Learner to Full Licence.
To volunteer or RSVP to the above events call 0800 bluelight or email blydn@bluelight.co.nz
Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have … View moreCalling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used their gardening skills to help other people.
There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them here now!
A Kiwi father desperate to see his terminally ill son almost handed over $31,000 in a questionable c…
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Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View moreNeighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”
Five fire engines were needed to fight a blaze which took hold in a Franklin home. The first call t…
CROSSING The WAIHOU opens at Thames Museum on Saturday 1st August. The new display features craftsman model-maker Ted Egan’s award-winning replica of the historic Kōpū bridge’s swing span and photos and documentation related to the history of Waihou river traffic and the bridge’s … View moreCROSSING The WAIHOU opens at Thames Museum on Saturday 1st August. The new display features craftsman model-maker Ted Egan’s award-winning replica of the historic Kōpū bridge’s swing span and photos and documentation related to the history of Waihou river traffic and the bridge’s construction. The single lane bridge was opened in 1928 and is a Category 1 listed place, as it is the only swing span bridge in New Zealand.
Join Ted Egan, members of the Museum management committee and volunteers, and story-teller Miss Rosalie for the opening of the display at 11am on Saturday 1st August. All welcome. Thames Museum, corner Pollen and Cochrane Streets is open 10am to 3pm Friday to Wednesday. Admission adult $5, child $2, family $10
Baden Kerr is back with Counties Manukau this season and says he can see similarities between now an…
With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card
A teenager whose father died in a motorbike accident last year has started a business providing prac…
Odour from a waste oil processing plant is concerning the small rural community of Tuakau, but the b…
Hi Neighbours!
Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View moreHi Neighbours!
Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!
For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...
Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...
We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...
We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...
Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...
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If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz
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